1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2500 mm |
